How many syllables in “repousse”?
syllables in "repousse"
Word details
Syllables
2
repo · usse
Letters
8
r · e · p · o · u · s · s · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “repousse”
The word “repousse” contains 2 syllables, divided as repo · usse. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "repousse" have?
"repousse" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "repousse" into syllables?
"repousse" is divided into syllables as: repo · usse.
What is the Scrabble score for "repousse"?
The Scrabble score for "repousse" is 10 points.
Using “repousse” in writing
Two-syllable words like "repousse" (repo · usse) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “repousse” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “repousse”
The letters in “repousse” can be rearranged to spell one other word: espouser.